It’s an emergency, but it’s a mental health or substance use emergency. Do you go to the emergency room? Do you call 9-1-1? Do you schedule a counseling appointment six weeks out? These are some of the thoughts that might be racing through your mind. Mental health experts* say you should have three things in a […]
An Inside Look: WellStone’s Executive Leadership
National Bosses Day celebrates the contributions of leaders who support, equip, and empower their people. Take an inside look at WellStone’s executive leadership through the lens of recent interviews with our communications department: “Because WellStone is public mental health, I always thought I was supposed to be here for those who need help the most. […]
WellStone hosts fall hiring event Nov. 4
Visit us Friday, Nov. 4, for our Fall Hiring Event. We will hold on-site interviews from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4040 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35802 in Suite E (Community Room). Applicants can apply for desired positions online, beforehand or at the event. View opportunities here. Hiring managers will be present for […]
Recovery: For the Everyday Citizen to Consider
Recovery is not for a select few. It’s not for “them,” “that neighborhood” or “that family.” Recovery is defined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration as “a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness.” A definition that could apply to anyone and everyone. During Recovery Awareness Month, WellStone—and other […]
Some Things to Consider During #SuicidePreventionMonth
This September, we’ve been talking about #SuicidePrevention. And for good reason. In 2019: Suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10-14. Suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 25-34. Suicide was the third leading cause of death among individuals between the […]
WellStone Emergency Services Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
It’s a new day for mental health care in North Alabama, especially for those in crisis. And it’s about time. “Thank you so much for supporting WellStone, the level of community engagement is just absolutely phenomenal,” said Alabama Mental Health Commissioner Kim Boswell, adding, “It takes courage to do the new thing.” On Monday, Sept. 19, […]
Co-responder William Justin Holmes and Officer John Anderton provide an inside look at answering mental health crisis calls in Huntsville
“As a therapist we’re used to talking with people as crises are developing, or in the aftermath, but as a co-responder you’re there right in the heat of the crisis. The inside ability it gives you is phenomenal. It’s a unique and rare opportunity,” says WellStone co-responder William Justin Holmes. Holmes served as a therapist […]
WHNT: Wellstone, HEMSI report an increase in suicide related calls since the rollout of 988
In the words of WellStone CEO Jeremy Blair, “988 is saving lives and WellStone is honored to play our part.” HEMSI reports an increase in suicide related calls since the rollout of 988. In this article: “HEMSI is reporting that they received over 1700 calls between January and June. But between July and August after the […]
Bystander Intervention in an Overdose Situation
You could be the difference in an emergency situation where someone has had too much to drink or has overdosed on drugs. That difference is knowing what to do. Your job is to know what steps to take. You never know when you might be in a position to help someone, maybe even save a […]
Co-Responders Bring Pivotal Change to Mental Healthcare in Huntsville
In Huntsville, Alabama, when an individual or their loved one calls 911 or 988 (the new nationwide mental health crisis line) because of a mental health or substance use crisis, if an in-person response is needed then a law enforcement officer and a trained therapist respond. Read an inside look at answering mental health crisis […]